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Filled Taiyaki Calories
Japanese fish-shaped, filled sweet pastry
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Filled Taiyaki (90 g) has 207 calories. That works out to 230 calories per 100 g. It contains 39.6 g of carbs, 4.7 g of protein, 3.4 g of fat and 1.4 g of fiber. Its 50.4 mg of Phosphorus covers 7% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 75 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Filled Taiyaki Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 90 g
207
KCAL / 90G
Carbs
39.6g
· 14% DV
Protein
4.7g
· 9% DV
Fat
3.4g
· 4% DV
Fiber
1.4g
· 5% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 76% · Protein 9% · Fat 15%
Filled Taiyaki nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (90 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 207 kcal | |
| Total fat | 3.4 g | 4% |
| Saturated fat | 0.99 g | 5% |
| Trans fat | 0.01 g | |
| Sodium | 99 mg | 4% |
| Total carbohydrate | 39.6 g | 14% |
| Fiber | 1.4 g | 5% |
| Protein | 4.7 g | 9% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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How Many Calories in 1 Medium Filled Taiyaki?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 90 g | 207 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 45 g | 104 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 60 g | 138 kcal |
| 1 piece (thin) | 75 g | 173 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 230 kcal |
| 1 piece (thick) | 110 g | 253 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 130 g | 299 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 160 g | 368 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 180 g | 414 kcal |
Calculated from 230 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Filled Taiyaki
What is filled taiyaki?
Filled taiyaki is a Japanese fish-shaped pastry cooked in a two-sided mold. Its lightly sweet batter surrounds a filling, and it is commonly served warm as a street snack.
What is inside filled taiyaki?
Filled taiyaki most traditionally contains anko, a sweet paste made from red beans. Custard, chocolate, and other fillings are also common, so the center varies by shop and style.
Why is filled taiyaki shaped like a fish?
Filled taiyaki is shaped like tai, a sea bream associated with good fortune in Japan. The fish shape is a reference to the fish’s name and symbolism, not an indication that the pastry contains fish.
What does filled taiyaki taste like?
Filled taiyaki has a mildly sweet, tender cake-like shell that can be crisp around the edges when freshly cooked. Its center adds most of the flavor: red bean paste is earthy and sweet, while custard tastes creamy.
How is filled taiyaki made?
Filled taiyaki is made by pouring batter into a fish-shaped iron mold, adding filling, and covering it with more batter. The mold closes while the pastry cooks on both sides until golden.
What is the traditional filling for filled taiyaki?
The traditional filling for filled taiyaki is anko, sweet red bean paste. It is a classic pairing with the lightly sweet batter, although many shops now offer custard, chocolate, and seasonal fillings.
Is filled taiyaki more like a waffle or a pancake?
Filled taiyaki is closer to a filled pancake or cake than a conventional waffle. It is cooked in a shaped, hinged mold, and its batter is sealed around the filling rather than served flat with toppings.
What is the difference between filled taiyaki and imagawayaki?
Filled taiyaki is molded into a fish shape, while imagawayaki is usually round. Both are Japanese filled sweets and may use similar centers, such as sweet red bean paste; their shape and molds set them apart.
How should you reheat filled taiyaki?
Reheat filled taiyaki in a skillet or oven for a short time to revive the crisp exterior. A microwave works when speed matters, but it tends to make the pastry softer rather than crisp.
Can you freeze filled taiyaki?
Yes, filled taiyaki can be frozen. Freeze the pieces separately before storing them in a sealed bag, then thaw and warm them in a skillet or oven for a better texture than microwaving.
Filled Taiyaki Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B1
0.06mg · 5% DV
Biotin
1.08µg · 4% DV
B2
0.05mg · 4% DV
B3
0.54mg · 3% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
50mg · 7% DV
Copper
0.05mg · 6% DV
Manganese
0.12mg · 5% DV
Sodium
99mg · 4% DV
Potassium ⭐
56mg · 2% DV
Filled Taiyaki Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Filled Taiyaki
To burn the 207 calories in 1 piece (medium) (90 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Filled Taiyaki?
Filled taiyaki is a Japanese sweet made by cooking cake-like batter in a fish-shaped mould, usually around a filling of sweet red bean paste. Custard, chocolate and other fillings are also common. The fish shape is a playful tradition rather than a sign that the pastry contains seafood.
Its exterior is lightly crisp while the inside stays soft and sweet. In Japan, it is often bought warm from street stalls or bakeries; elsewhere, it makes an easy café treat or dessert with tea or coffee. It is chiefly a carbohydrate-rich sweet, so it works well as an occasional snack. If you prefer a less-sweet pairing, enjoy it with unsweetened tea or coffee.
How Nutritious Is Filled Taiyaki?
Nutrient density
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Satiety score
Low
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
Is Filled Taiyaki Processed?
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Does Filled Taiyaki Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Filled Taiyaki Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Filled Taiyaki Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.99g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.08g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.14g
Omega 6:3 ratio 12:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (12:1).
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